5 Coffee Tastings in Ireland That Repay the Fare

1.Irish Coffee Masterclass at the Irish Whiskey Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 279 reviews · from $23Our pick

Make your own Irish coffee at Dublin’s Irish Whiskey Museum in a lively 45-minute class. Your English-speaking host explains two origin stories, then shows you how to balance whiskey, coffee, and cream. Guides such as Briain, Linda, Andrew, Tiernan, and Lydia have been praised for humor, warmth, and clear instruction.

“It was brilliant we had the tour guide all to ourselves and had a fabulous lesson making our Irish Coffees”

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2.Experience Irish Coffee Masterclass in Ireland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $26

At the Irish Whiskey Museum on Grafton Street, an instructor such as Briain, Hailey, or Matt guides you through Irish coffee’s disputed origins and the proper method for making one. You’ll prepare and drink your own coffee in a small group, with notes to repeat the recipe at home.

“Lydia was amazing. Very personable and so fun to have a class! She was also very patient with everyone. Def recommend.”

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3.Dublin Food and Drink Walking Tour and Jameson Irish Coffee Demo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117Top rated

Walk from Christchurch through Thomas Street and the Liberties with a local guide such as Noel, Martin, Fergus, or John. Expect Irish food, cake, beer or cider, historic pubs, and a hands-on Irish coffee lesson at Jameson Distillery Bow St. The tour lasts about three hours and ends at Jameson, but does not include the distillery’s full guided tour.

“John was an excellent guide taking us to lots of great bars we would never have otherwise visited. Highly recommend!”

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4.Dublin Guided Irish Coffee Masterclass with Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $48

Meet your host at the Palace Bar in Temple Bar for a one-hour Irish Coffee Masterclass. You’ll taste two 20ml Powers whiskeys, learn the drink’s story, and build your own mug step by step in the upstairs Whiskey Palace. Derek hosts the experience, with Patrick also leading some sessions.

“Patrick provided insightful knowledge on Irish whisky and provided us a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that truly embraced the Irish spirit . Not your typical tourist trap experience.”

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5.Dublin Food & Drink Walking Tour & Jameson Irish Coffee Demo

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · from $111

Walk from Christchurch through Thomas Street and The Liberties, sampling Irish food, beer, and spirits before ending at Jameson Distillery Bow St. Your English-speaking guide, including Richard on some departures, leads the tastings and Irish coffee demonstration. Expect cobblestones, stairs, hills, and a small-group setting.

“Had to call support number. Guide was not at meeting site. Guide thought meeting point was across town and was waiting there. 6 people were waiting and had to call. Tour started a little late and we had to get a revised tour that left out a really old pub. Food was good. Guide was very knowledgeable about history. Great history tour if that is what you like.”

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